Nathaniel Matthew Payne

Nathaniel Matthew Payne, 14, of West Branch, the son of Jessica and Matthew Payne, passed away Sept. 21, 2013 after a tragic accident. Nate was born June 25, 1999. He loved his family, attending church, fishing, hunting, good food and football. He was in eighth grade at Surline Middle School and was involved in football, baseball, wrestling and soccer. He is survived by his father and mother, Matthew and Jessica (Bell) Payne; and his brother, Cameron Payne, and sisters, Hailey McKinnon and Adalyn Payne. He is also survived by a large extended family. Nathan made a gift of life to others as an organ donor. Visitation at the Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch will begin on Sunday, September 29, 2013 from 2-9 p.m. and Monday from 12-9 p.m. On Tuesday, October 1, 2013, Nathan will lie in state at the Ogemaw Hills Free Methodist Church in West Branch beginning at 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. Pastor Michael Payne will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at Northland Area Federal Credit Union.